Use of Tissue in Invitations

Q&A: What is the purpose of the tissue in invitations, do I really need it in my invitation?

Years ago, when formal invitations were written with quill and ink (and then when the printing press was invented), a piece of thin paper similar to modern tissue paper was placed on top of the invitation to prevent ink smudging. This practice continued well after new printing processes were invented and there was actually no need for the tissue. Currently, you may still see some formal invitations sent with a thin piece of rice paper; however, it is just a formality and does not serve a practical purpose.

As custom invitation designers, we see the vast majority of our clients choosing to go rice paper free. It will cost the client less and is more tree-friendly!